I've bought and sold several homes over the years and worked with many different agents. I'd seen Michael's name around Newton but I had never worked with him exclusively until this past spring (2024) when it was time for me to downsize. Working with Michael was a terrific experience. He brought me every relevant listing on a daily basis, made himself available to me at any time (including times when I know it was not convenient for him) and never pressured me to pull the trigger. He even continued to show me the new listings in the days after I'd basically decided on a house, which would have meant only more work for him, because he didn't want to risk the chance I might feel any buyer's remorse (which I didn't). That showed me a commitment of service that you don't often see in any industry, and there's not a broker or agent I could recommend more highly than Michael Rothstein.

“I had the pleasure of working with Michael over a 2-year period during the roller coaster of the pandemic. After deciding to downsize after 30 years in my Newton home I interviewed several brokers and selected Michael based on a personal reference, his stellar reputation and thorough preparation in his presentation of a meticulously researched and well-developed marketing plan for my home. Shortly after I signed the agreement, I decided to take my house off the market ‘for a few months’ as we waited out the impact of the pandemic. Michael was entirely supportive of my decision, and I never felt pressured. We communicated often and it was another year until I felt comfortable putting my house on the market.

“Michael worked with me to reassess the timing and to ensure that the process would be safe and seamless. It was all that and more and once we put the house on the market this summer in less than a month, Michael was able to find a wonderful new homeowner and an agreement that would provide enough time for me to prepare for my move to my next home. Along the way, Michael connected with me with all the wrap around support, from cleaners to technicians and stagers, who facilitated the optimum experience for potential buyers to see the house and to make my transition as flawless as possible.  

“I hope to never move again, but if I do – and to all my friends who are considering downsizing – I highly recommend Michael Rothstein.”